Tag Archives: Identity theft

Stolen Identity on your Tax Return

More than 80% of Americans file their income tax returns after April 1.  However, if you do not file early, you leave the potential for an identity thief to file a fraudulent tax return in your name, claiming a big … Continue reading

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Tips to Prevent Identity Theft

Below is a list of tips to follow to avoid identity theft: 1. Don’t give out your social security number unless you initiate the contact. 2. Don’t put your social security number on your checks or driver’s license. 3. Shred … Continue reading

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Identity Theft

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information, such as your name, Social Security number (SSN) or other identifying information, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes. In many cases, an identity their uses a legitimate taxpayer’s … Continue reading

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Tips for Taxpayers, Victims about Identity Theft and Tax Returns

The Internal Revenue Service is taking additional steps during the 2013 tax season to protect taxpayers and help victims of identity theft and refund fraud. Stopping refund fraud related to identity theft is a top priority for the tax agency. … Continue reading

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What Taxpayers Should Know about Identity Theft and Taxes

Protecting taxpayers and their tax refunds from identity theft is a top priority for the IRS. This year the IRS expanded its efforts to better protect taxpayers and help victims dealing with this difficult issue. When your personal information is … Continue reading

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Dirty Dozen Tax Scams

The Internal Revenue Service has issued its annual “Dirty Dozen” tax scams list, reminding taxpayers to use caution during tax season to protect themselves against a wide range of schemes ranging from identity theft to return preparer fraud. The Dirty … Continue reading

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